*Pretty big few days for the Flyers, huh? Before we get to Saturday’s game, let’s go through all the Things That Happened. First up, Spencer Gill earned himself an ELC. [BSH]
*Then the roster cuts started coming in; first eight guys were sent back to their respective other teams. [BSH]
*Yesterday morning, New Guy Eetu Makiniemi was sent down to the Phantoms up in Allentown to join their training camp, which opened yesterday. [BSH]
*Now let’s talk about Saturday’s game agains the Bruins, in which our beautiful boy Matvei Michkov delivered a beauty of an OT game winner. [NBC Sports Philly]
*Michkov also got his first taste of being targeted by some dork on the other team, but the Flyers weren’t having it. Specifically, his captain was not having it. [Inquirer]
*This kind of leadership from Sean Couturier probably isn’t surprising to see for long-time Flyers fans, but Saturday’s game was a perfect encapsulation of what kind of leader he is going to be. [BSH]
*Charlie’s got a full breakdown of the game if you’re a subscriber over at his website. [PHLY]
*Egor Zamula is ready to make an impact this season. Here’s hoping it is a good one. [Inquirer]
*Another guy who looks like he could be a big part of this year’s team? Bobby Orr Brink. [The Athletic]
*When we got our first look at Sam Ersson last week, it became clear that he’s probably going to be just fine this season. Good, even. [BSH]
*And finally, bold predictions for each and every NHL team as the start of the real season draws ever closer. [ESPN]
